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COMMUNITY NEWS & HIGHLIGHTS
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| | | Meet Gadeer Kamal-Mreeh, The Jewish Agency for Israel’s and Federation’s First Druze Emissary
Federation and The Jewish Agency for Israel
Federation is excited to announce our collaboration with The Jewish Agency for Israel to bring former Member of Knesset Gadeer Kamal-Mreeh, the first female Druze member of Israel’s legislature, to Washington, DC as a senior shlicha (Israeli emissary). An essential part of Israel’s vibrancy is in the diverse populations who call the country home. We are honored to welcome Gadeer to Greater Washington, where our own vibrant community will benefit from her expertise, background, and ability to deepen our connections with Israel and Israelis.
Read the full announcement
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| | | Sweet Summer Series
PJ Library, Federation, and many partners
Connect with us for playtime and popsicles at your local playground! PJ Library will gather with other families to socialize while social distancing. Check the schedule for one near you! Not ready for gathering outside yet? PJ Library will also have an online option! Good for all ages but most appreciated by kids 3–7 years old.
Register today!
» Sunday, June 20th – Wednesday, August 18th | Various times
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VIRTUAL EVENTS AND RESOURCES
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| Jewish Community Conversation with Fairfax County Public School Board Members
Jewish Community Relations Council
Join the JCRC for a town hall conversation with Fairfax County School Board Vice Chair Stella Pekarsky and School Board Member Elaine Tholen. This is the first in a series of conversations that will provide FCPS stakeholders, including students, families, and teachers, with an opportunity to engage directly with FCPS School Board members.
Register today
» Thursday, June 24th | 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
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| Israel Storytelling Playshop Pride Month Edition
Congregation Etz Hayim
Join Andrew Davies, Co-Founder of The Bible Players, and Matt Adler, American-Israeli and DC-based author, for a brand new Pride Month program. Adler will share stories from his new book, More Than Just Hummus: A Gay Jew Discovers Israel in Arabic. Register today
» Wednesday, June 23rd | 7:00 PM
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| Jewish Flavor: From Shouk to Table
Sixth & I
Follow along as Chef Vered Guttman cooks up a modern Israeli feast featuring fresh seasonal ingredients. Dishes will include Israeli red snapper ceviche, cherry tomato salad, and more! Register today
» Wednesday, June 23rd | 7:00 PM
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| Shabbat in Italy – Dinner & Social for Young Professionals
American Friends of Lubavitch (Chabad)
Get together with the Young Jewish Professionals of Washington, DC for a beautiful Shabbat dinner featuring a four-course catered menu of delicious Italian-style offerings, including a fine selection of red and white wines, handcrafted cocktails, and a dessert bar. Come with your friends and meet some new ones. Register today
» Friday, June 25th | 7:00 PM
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| J TALKS: Frank Sinatra – "I Did It My Way"
Bender JCC of Greater Washington
Join James Kaplan, author of Frank: The Voice and Sinatra: The Chairman, to discuss the story of Frank Sinatra’s rise and self-invention along with the story of his fall and remarkable comeback. Register today
» Monday, June 28th | 3:00 PM
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VOLUNTEER & BE A FORCE FOR GOOD!
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| Our friends at the Washington Jewish Week are offering members of our community a free, one-year subscription. Sign up today!
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| | | Need Support? Call 703-J-CARING: The Jewish Community Support Line
Call (703) J-CARING (703-522-7464) to connect with a professional ready to assist you. Serving residents of DC, MD, and Northern VA, support is available Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM. All calls are confidential. Federation, JSSA, and our network of human service organizations are here for you.
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